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Epstein Files Transparency Act: DOJ posts 3.5M pages
Epstein Files Transparency Act compliance accelerated as the U.S. Justice Department says nearly 3.5M pages are now public, plus 2,000+ videos and ~180,000 images. The tranche is driving new scrutiny of Jeffrey Epstein’s network, but heavy redactions and thin context limit conclusions.
ESPN NFL Network deal closes, NFL takes 10% ESPN stake
The ESPN NFL Network deal has closed after regulatory approvals, giving ESPN control of NFL Network assets and linear RedZone distribution while the NFL takes a 10% stake in ESPN. The tie-up reshapes leverage in carriage talks, rights renewals, and DTC bundle design across U.S. sports media.
SpaceX xAI combination jolts private-market IPO pipeline
The SpaceX xAI combination is moving from rumor to reported deal as SpaceX acquires Musk’s AI firm xAI, with terms still emerging. Reuters cites reports valuing SpaceX near $1T and xAI near $250B, a shift that could reprice “compute + distribution” platforms ahead of 2026 IPOs.
Wikimedia Enterprise: AI firms pay for Wikipedia access
Wikimedia Enterprise is expanding paid access to Wikipedia as AI firms like Microsoft and Meta sign training-related deals. The move aims to curb scraping, fund infrastructure, and set a template for how the open web gets paid in the AI era.
Grok image editing curtailed as regulators press xAI
Grok image editing has been curtailed after global backlash over “undressing” deepfakes. Reuters says xAI restricted the feature as UK and EU probes continue, while Canada and California widened scrutiny. The fight now tests Online Safety Act and DSA enforcement.
Section 232 AI chip tariff hits Nvidia, AMD chips
The Section 232 AI chip tariff is now in force: the White House imposed a 25% duty on select advanced AI chips, citing national security. The measure names Nvidia’s H200 and AMD’s MI325X and includes carve-outs tied to U.S. supply-chain buildout.
Meta nuclear power deals target 6.6 GW for AI by 2035
Meta nuclear power deals with Vistra, Oklo and TerraPower aim to secure up to 6.6 GW by 2035 for AI data centers, including 20-year contracts tied to three existing nuclear plants and new small-reactor projects with 2030–2035 timelines.
X and Grok app-store ban urged by senators
X and Grok app-store ban pressure is rising after three US senators urged Apple and Google to delist the apps over nonconsensual sexualized AI images, saying the content violates app-store rules.
AI Cloud Gigafactory: Lenovo and Nvidia unveil at CES
AI Cloud Gigafactory is Lenovo and Nvidia’s new CES 2026 program to help AI cloud providers deploy data centers in weeks, using liquid-cooled infrastructure and Nvidia platforms. Lenovo also introduced Qira, a cross-device personal AI system.
AMD AI chip debuts at CES with MI455, MI440X
AMD AI chip updates at CES 2026 spotlight MI455 for rack-scale systems and MI440X for enterprise deployments, plus new Ryzen AI 400 PC processors. The launch sharpens AMD’s bid to close gaps with Nvidia in data center AI.
Arm Physical AI unit debuts at CES 2026
Arm Physical AI is a new Arm unit unveiled at CES 2026 that merges robotics and automotive focus. Arm says the move supports real-world machines and signals where chip IP demand is heading next.
Meta to buy AI-agent startup Manus in $2–3B deal
Meta agreed to acquire Manus, a Singapore-based AI-agent startup with Chinese roots, in a deal valued at $2–3B by a source. The move signals Big Tech’s pivot from chatbots to autonomous agents—and invites regulatory scrutiny.
US grants annual 2026 chip-tool licenses for China fabs
The US has issued one-year 2026 licenses allowing Samsung, SK Hynix and TSMC to import US chipmaking tools into their China fabs—replacing expiring waiver-like privileges. The shift keeps mature-node output running while tightening Washington’s policy leverage.
Panther Lake debuts at CES, boosting Intel’s 18A push
Panther Lake took the CES 2026 spotlight as Intel unveiled Core Ultra Series 3 laptop chips built on its 18A process. Intel and Reuters cite up to 60% better performance versus Lunar Lake, with preorders starting Jan. 6 and broader availability from Jan. 27.
Kunlunxin IPO: Baidu unit files confidential HK listing
Kunlunxin IPO plans advanced after Baidu said its AI chip arm filed a confidential Form A1 with HKEX on Jan. 1, 2026. The proposed spin-off would use a global offering, and Kunlunxin is expected to remain a Baidu subsidiary, highlighting Hong Kong’s revived tech IPO pipeline.
Samsung Unveils 6K Glasses-Free 3D Odyssey Monitors Ahead of 2026
Samsung has launched its 2026 Odyssey gaming monitor lineup, featuring world-first 6K glasses-free 3D displays aimed at competitive and immersive gaming markets.
SK hynix Calls for Regulatory Reform to Fund AI Chip Expansion
SK hynix has urged South Korean regulators to ease ownership and investment rules, arguing current restrictions hinder its ability to raise capital for AI-driven semiconductor expansion.
The Empire Strikes Back: Google weaponizes efficiency to crush the startups
Google stopped trying to be the loudest room in the house. With the rollout of Gemini 3 Flash, they are pivoting to a strategy their competitors can't afford to match: ruthless efficiency. The war isn't about who has the smartest chatbot anymore; it's about who pays the lowest electric bill.
The $3 Billion Panic Buy: Why OpenAI Just Swallowed Windsurf
OpenAI just dropped $3 billion on a coding tool. It’s not just an acquisition; it’s a defensive move. With nimble rivals like Cursor and Anthropic stealing the developer class, Sam Altman is paying a massive premium to buy his way back into your IDE.
The Death of "Shadow IT: Google Just Weaponized Bureaucracy
Speed kills. But in the corporate world, compliance kills faster. Google Cloud’s new tool doesn’t just help you draw diagrams. It forces your developers to follow the rules before they write a single line of code. This is the end of the "ask for forgiveness" era. Google Just Weaponized Bureaucracy